1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Zodiac | 117 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
